Social Justice in the City

The Social Justice in the City lectures are held by the St Vincent de Paul Society on the last Wednesday of the month at the St Francis Pastoral Centre, corner Lonsdale and Elizabeth Streets.

Next lecture:  Wednesday 25 August

12.00 –1.00 pm
Housing Policy– Where are we heading?

Netty Horton
General Manager, Community Services
VincentCare

Netty has a long history of working in the area of homelessness, beginning as an outreach worker working with people sleeping rough in 1988.
She was the CEO of the Council to Homeless Persons for more than 12 years during which time she established and ran the first and second national
conferences on homelessness in Australia and chaired the Ministerial Advisory Committee on the development of the Victorian Homelessness Strategy.

Complimentary tea, coffee & biscuits provided

Everyone is welcome.

Further information: Paula: 9895-5800

FUTURE GUEST SPEAKERS – SEPTEMBER - OCTOBER 2010

29 Sept Tom Knowles SSS & Melbourne City Churches in Action (MCCIA) Panel
- Disadvantage in the City: Current Church Responses

27 Oct Bernie Geary OAM, Child Safety Commissioner
- Children in Out-of-Home Care

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Pro-lifers in politics and why we need more of ém"!
Aug 27 Fri 7:00 PM

Talk hosted by Melbourne Single Catholics 35-55

Location
Immaculate Conception Parish Centre
345 Burwood Road
Hawthorn

Victorian Member of Parliament, Bernie Finn a staunch pro lifer has volunteerd to speak on the above topic as a fundraiser for Pro Life Victoria. Bernie is a married man with four children and is engaged in many community activities on a voluntary basis.
The cost will be $10 and an interesting night is assured as Bernie is an engaging speaker and a funny guy.
Please bring something to eat with you on the night, so we can share some chips, dips, drinks, bikkies.

Please rsvp via email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Theology at the Pub - talks for young people - 1st Monday of every month

Next talk:  Monday 6 September

Time: 6.30pm for a 7.30 start
Venue: The Pumphouse Hotel, 128 Nicholson St.
Speakers:  Angela and Dennis Shanahan
Topic: "Catholicism and the Media"
Who for: Young adults 18-35

The speaker will be Angela Shanahan, a freelance journalist who has been published in most major Australian newspapers. She will be speaking on the topic ‘Catholicism and the Media’.

The media is a massive influence on our daily lives. Newspapers, the internet, television and radio are everywhere we look and continually shape what we hear and see. It is apparent that amongst sections of the media there is a both a large amount of ignorance about Christianity and varying degrees of hostility towards its beliefs and values. This hostility is often multiplied where the Catholic Church is involved. Why is this? Does it matter? What, if anything, can we do about it?

About Angela Shanahan

Angela has worked as a freelance journalist for many years and has been published in most major Australian newspapers. She is one of the founders of the Thomas More Forum, a forum which has attracted speakers such as former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd and current Opposition Leader Tony Abbott. Her husband Dennis Shanahan, with whom she has raised a large family is currently the chief political editor of The Australian.

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Business and Ethics: Friend or Foe? Executive Panel Discussion
Wednesday 8 September
Hosted by Monash University

The global financial crisis highlighted the issue of ethics in business and business education.

Practical ethics in business behaviour underpins sustainable corporate success. It benefits the company, its employees and its customers.

This panel discussion will examine business ethics and the role education plays in developing future decision makers in large organisations.

Panel members will include:

Mr Clark Morgan, CEO, UBS Wealth Management Australia Ltd
Mr Andrew Mohl, Director, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, Chairman of the Export Finance and Insurance Corporation
Mr John Magowan, Chairman, MM&E Capital
Mr Trevor O’Hoy, Business leader and Chair, Monash University Campaign
Dr Cristina Neesham, Lecturer and Coordinator of Business Ethics in a Global Environment in Monash University's Department of Management.
Dr Wendy Stubbs, Senior lecturer and Coordinator of Master of Corporate Environment and Sustainability Management program in Monash University's School of Geography and Environmental Science.

Event details:

Date: Wednesday 8 September, 2010
Time: 5.30 pm for a 6 pm start. The event is expected to conclude at 7.30 pm.
Venue: Zinc @ Federation Square, Corner Flinders and Swanston Streets, Melbourne.
RSVP: RSVP online by Friday 3 September. For further information please email Michelle Kinniburgh:  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it . This is a free event.

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Cycle Against The Traffik - Annual Ride/Tour 2010
Sydney to Melbourne 3–18 September

Supported by ACRATH (Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans)

The Cycle Against The Traffik TOUR 2010 aims to spread awareness about slavery and human trafficking in the towns along the tour route and involve as many people as possible in the ongoing fight to eradicate slavery in our world.

We have chosen a shelter in Malaysia run by the community organisation Tenaganita to receive any funds raised by the ride. The shelter helps support women who formerly have been trafficked and held as slaves. Tenaganita’s shelter offers much needed accommodation, counselling and skills training which enables the women to make a new start after being rescued from slavery.

The 2010 tour will take in 1038km along the scenic route of the Princes Highway between Sydney and Melbourne. At each town along the route key riders will be available to give a presentation to school, religious and other community groups on modern slavery and human trafficking. There will also be a variety of opportunities presented on how individuals and groups can become involved in the eradication of slavery.

More information

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Fundraiser for the choirs of St Francis’, Lonsdale Street
Monday 20 September

Enjoy a fabulous night out and celebrate Dudley Moore, the Man and his Music.
Discover the genius of this great musician, actor and comedian in a show starring pianist Daniel de Borah direct from London.

All the proceeds from tickets sold by St Francis’ Choir go to support the work of the choir.
Where? The Athenaeum Theatre, Collins St
When? 7.00 pm Monday 20 September
How much? $50 for the show and supper – a bargain!
Order your tickets now on Tel/Fax 9639 4560 or via This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Mary Mackillop Walks For Young Adults
Final walk - Saturday 25 September

MacKillop Young Adult Community (MacYAC) invites young adults to come & visit significant sites in the life of Mary MacKillop here in Melbourne.  Meet outside St Francis' Church, Lonsdale Street at 2pm on the 4th Saturday of the month - visit the birth site, Mary MacKillop Heritage Centre and site of the First Providence.

Come and be inspired by the person of Mary MacKillop in this year of Canonisation.

For bookings phone :  9926 9300 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Book Launch
30 September

WYD08 Journal “Five Smooth Stones” Stephen Lawrence

Date – Thursday 30th Sept
Time – “after Six30” (ie the Six30 Holy Hour) - 7.45-9pm
Place – Knox Foyer by the Cathedral
Launched by – Bishop Joe Grech

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CENTACARE’S CONCERT IN THE CATHEDRAL FEATURING MARK VINCENT, ALANA CONWAY AND DEACON ROBERT GALEA
Sunday 3 October

As part of our 75th Anniversary celebrations, Centacare Catholic Family Services is delighted to present our Concert in the Cathedral at 2.30pm on Sunday 3 October 2010.

This year, Centacare is celebrating 75 years of service to the Victorian community and we are very excited to announce Mark Vincent (Channel 7’s 2009 Australia’s Got Talent Winner) and Alana Conway (2010 Finalist) as the headline acts for our Concert in the Cathedral at St Patrick’s Cathedral Melbourne.

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Parent Seminar Series 2010
From April 2010

A program presented by the Catholic Education Office Melbourne for parents, carers and guardians of students in Catholic primary and secondary schools, including Raising mighty boys, Sugar and spice - Understanding girls, Emotional intelligence, Adolescent issues, Secrets of raising well behaved kids, Internet safety, Parents and children sharing the journey.

Registration/Further Information: Contact your school or Catholic Education Office Melbourne, Parent Seminar Series Coordinator Mrs Shirley O'Sullivan on 9464 5225 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

All seminars cost $10 per person.

RAISING MIGHTY BOYS

Presenter: MICHAEL GROSE

This seminar will provide a better understanding of the needs of boys so you can adapt your parenting. You will get essential information and lots of strategies and some reassurance to help you raise your mighty boys into mighty fine men.

12 May, 7pm – 9pm    St Margaret Mary’s, Brunswick North

25 May, 7pm – 9pm    Our Lady of the Southern Cross, Wyndham Vale

11 August, 7pm – 9pm    St Anthony’s, Glen Huntly

31 August, 7pm – 9pm    Sacred Heart, Kyneton

1 September, 7pm – 9pm    St Thomas the Apostle, Greensborough North

SUGAR AND SPICE – Understanding girls

Presenter: RHONDA BRISCOE

How to help girls grow up. Based on years of working with girls, teachers and parents, this seminar will address issues affecting girls today.

22 April, 7pm – 9pm     St Mary’s, Williamstown

6 May, 7pm – 9pm    Our Lady Star of the Sea, Ocean Grove

11 May, 7pm – 9pm    Marian College, Sunshine West

18 May, 7pm – 9pm    Our Lady of Perpetual Help, Ringwood

8 June, 7pm – 9pm    St Columba’s, Essendon

17 June, 7pm – 9pm    Sacred Heart College, Newtown

4 August, 7pm – 9pm    St Mary’s, Thornbury

EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE

Presenters: CATHY O’BRIEN, MICHELLE MILLER and ANNA RICCIARDELLO

Emotional intelligence enables young people to make the links between how they feel and how they function in the world. It covers the skills of self knowledge and self management and knowing how to relate well to others. Resilience is a connected area. Discuss important aspects of your child’s development and learn some ways to assist them.

17 March, 7pm – 9pm     Our Lady of Victories, Camberwell

20 April, 7pm – 9pm     St Mark’s, Fawkner

5 May, 7pm – 9pm     St Augustine’s. Keilor

ADOLESCENT ISSUES

Presenter: CATH BEHAN

This seminar explores adolescent issues such as drugs, alcohol, partying and peer pressure, and strategies to keep young people safe and connected to their families.

28 April, 7pm – 9pm    St Aloysius College, North Melbourne

19 May, 7pm – 9pm    Whitefriar’s College, Donvale

26 May, 7pm – 9pm     Padua College, Mornington

6 September, 7pm – 9pm    Salesian College, Chadstone

SECRETS OF RAISING WELL BEHAVED KIDS – How to say “no” to your child

Presenter: MICHAEL GROSE

Getting cooperation from kids who are challenging, going through a ‘difficult’ stage or who have difficult temperaments is a real discipline challenge for many parents. Develop a consistent approach to managing kids’ behaviour. This seminar will help you develop a parenting plan that will help put you back in control and feel more confident and happier as a parent. Make family life enjoyable and easier for you as well as your kids.

24 August, 7pm – 9pm    Catholic Regional College, Caroline Springs

15 September, 7pm – 9pm    Sacred Heart, Kew

9 November, 7pm – 9pm    St Fidelis’, Moreland

17 November, 7pm – 9pm    St Elizabeth’s, Dandenong North

INTERNET SAFETY – Dealing with cyber bullying

Presenter: SUSAN McLEAN

The explosion of cyber technology has seen a dramatic rise in the negative impact of such technology. This seminar will cover a number of areas including popular sites for youth; misuse, including legal consequences; and potential dangers and safety tips – how to assist children to stay safe online.

21 April, 7pm – 9pm    Holy Rosary, Kensington

23 June, 7pm – 9pm    Salesian College, Chadstone

PARENTS AND CHILDREN SHARING THE JOURNEY

Presenters: CONSTANCE JENKIN and MARIKA MILES

This seminar is for parents with their Year 6 child. The aim is to help your child succeed at school and in life. Explore strategies to venture out with confidence to meet the challenges of adolescent years at school and enjoy family living. Create a foundation for resilience in transition from primary to secondary school.

25 August, 7pm – 9pm    St Anthony’s, Lara

8 September, 7pm – 9pm    St Michael’s, North Melbourne

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For those who may be visiting Canberra...

ST THOMAS MORE FORUM PROGRAM

Future talks:

November 2010
"The Faith of our Prime Ministers"
Prof John Warhurst, Professor of Political Science at ANU

More information:  Background

Programme

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Catholic Reading Group - 4th Friday of the month

7pm, Caroline Chisholm Library
Level 3, 358 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne.

In association with the Central Catholic Bookshop

The Caroline Chisholm Library Catholic Reading Group aims to bring people together to read and discuss Catholic books and writings. Anyone interested in reading and discussing Catholic books and writing is welcome to join us.

For more information about dates and books please see the following:

Flyer

Reading programme

or else contact Paul Nixon on This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 0405 486 531.

OTHER NOTICES

Caroline Chisholm Library

The Caroline Chisholm Library is a Catholic library whose borrowers pay a subscription fee of $50 per year (or $35 for students or seniors).

Details:  3/358 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne (near the north west corner of Elizabeth Street). Hearts in Action

Inquiries:  Ph 9670 1815 or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Opening hours:

11am-5pm Monday to Friday

11am-3pm on Saturday (please phone during the week to check as weekend times may vary).

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Hearts in Action

Are you too old for a youth group? But still keen to build a network of Catholic friends?

Hearts in Action may be the group for you!

Hearts in Action is a welcoming group for people in their late 20s, 30s and 40s.  Two social events per month as well as a Gospel reflection evening.

For more information or to join the mailing list (by email or post) please see our website or email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

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Saint Ives Holy Cards

Saint Ives is the patron saint of the MCLA.  To honour this patron saint of lawyers and judges we have had some special "MCLA" St. Ives holy cards printed.  If you would like a holy card please e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it and we will happily send a card to you at no cost.

Prayer requests

If you would like to request prayers for any sick or deceased members of the Melbourne legal community (Catholic or non-Catholic), please let us know and we will post it here.